Economic expert Richard Fisher brings a wealth of experience, shares candid insights and helps audiences understand the most pressing and complex economic issues of the day.

As president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Richard Fisher worked at the center of a national dialogue to shape economic policy and maintain economic stability not only in the Dallas region but also throughout the nation. Facing critical economic and financial challenges during one of the most tumultuous times in the country since the Great Depression, Fisher became nationally recognized for his unique and intimate approach as well as his vocal and unequivocally candid commentary. Fisher additionally served as member of the Federal Reserve’s principal monetary policymaking group, the Federal Open Market Committee, and was chair of the Conference of Federal Reserve Bank Presidents where he oversaw the shared operations of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks. Prior to his tenure at the Fed, Fisher held distinguished leadership positions including vice-chairman of the strategic advisory firm Kissinger McLarty Associates and senior advisor of Fisher Capital Management (FCM) Investors in Dallas, an investment and advisory firm that he founded. He also served as assistant to the Secretary of the Treasury during the Carter Administration, and was senior manager of Texas investment management and corporate finance operations for the private bank of Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. Blending wit and erudition, Fisher shares a remarkable wealth of knowledge and refreshing perspectives with audiences. With a knack for relatable storytelling that often references pop culture and childhood stories, he is able to translate complex economic matters in a way that is comprehensible and applicable to each audience.

Why Has Labor Force Growth Been Weak?

The Dynamics of Inflation

Cleaning Up the Fed's Balance Sheet

Stimulus: The Question is Efficacy

China & The Middle Income Trap

Examining the Global Economic Landscape

Richard Fisher draws on an exceptional career to explore the global economic landscape in this candid and perceptive presentation. Having served as president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas from 2005 to 2015, Fisher astutely understands today’s global economic landscape and is able to not only articulate the most critical and complex issues, but also put them into context as they relate to each audience. Lending to his expertise in the global financial market, Fisher has additionally held many distinguished roles, including deputy United States trade representative with the rank of ambassador in which he was responsible for U.S. trade policy and numerous high-profile negotiations in Asia, Latin America, Mexico and Canada. With vast, unmatched experience, Fisher is uniquely positioned to not only examine the most impactful issues of the past and present, but also share knowledge, offer guidance and provide exceptional perspectives into the future.

Economic Outlook in the United States

After serving more than a decade as president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Richard Fisher is able to draw on a breadth of experience and share outstanding insights on the issues facing the American economy. Under Fisher’s leadership, the Dallas Fed grew from $36 billion in assets to $160 billion, and the state of Texas saw job creation increase spectacularly. Considered a hawk for his public emphasis on inflation, Fisher has been vocal on a wide range of national economic issues from the impact and aftermath of the stimulus and early, bold forecasts of economic trends, to his slate of proposals for the rebalance of power among the national Fed system. Fisher brings exceptional economic and financial expertise having also previously served in senior leadership roles including vice-chairman of strategic advisory firm Kissinger McLarty Associates, senior advisor and managing partner of Fisher Capital Management Investors in Dallas, and assistant to the Secretary of the Treasury during the Carter Administration. In this insightful, thought-provoking presentation, Fisher helps audience members to plainly understand the hot-button economic issues that most impact their organization today.
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The Dynamic Relationship Between Energy and Economies

In this informative and engaging presentation, Richard Fisher shares expert insights and explores the complex and dynamic relationship between the global oil and gas market and the U.S. economy. Recognized as a hawk in the political realm for his emphasis on inflation, Fisher has been vocal about his call to action on interest rates and the impact individual policies could have on the nation. Having previously served as the president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas in Texas, the sixth-largest oil producer and top oil services provider in the world, Fisher is able to draw on firsthand experiences to meaningfully connect with the audience and help them understand how this relationship impacts their industry and organization and how to best prepare for the future.
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